Lauren Bridgette Wiggins of Deep Run and Dustin Ryan Becton of Kinston were united in marriage at 6 p.m. June 15, 2013, at Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. Pastor Ray Brown performed the ceremony.

Escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents, the bride is the daughter of Sharon Humphrey Wiggins and Jim Wiggins Jr. of Deep Run. She is the granddaughter of the late Ina Mae and Clarence Humphrey, who lived in Deep Run, and the late Shirley Edwards and Jim Wiggins Sr., who lived in Snow Hill.

A graduate of Lenoir Community College with an associate’s degree in nursing, she is a registered nurse at Lenoir Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of Debra Smith Becton and Darrel Becton of Kinston. He is the grandson of Ramona Smith of Kinston and the late Leroy Smith, and Delilah Becton of Kinston and the late Clarence “Pete” Becton.

A graduate of ECU with a Bachelor’s Degree in business accounting, he is an accountant with Onslow Container Service.

Following a wedding trip to Sandals Grand Antigua, the couple resides in Deep Run.

The bride’s gown designed by Casablanca featured a slight sweetheart neckline and mermaid skirt. The bodice and back V-neckline were decorated with dramatic floral embroidery and crystals that flowed onto the chapel-length train. Her mid-length veil with crystal embellishments completed the ensemble.

Julie Gray of Kinston served as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Lauren Fordham of Snow Hill; Kimberly Taylor of La Grange; and sister-in-law of the groom, Coleman Becton of Kinston.

The bride’s cousin, Emma Tyndall of Deep Run, was flower girl.

The groom’s father served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Darren Becton of Kinston, brother of the groom; Josh Richardson of Ayden; Ryan Ipock of Newport; and the bride’s cousin, Owen Tyndall of Deep Run.

The bride’s pet, “Furby,” was the ring bearer.

Wedding music was provided by Lindsey Richardson, vocalist and Marilyn Wienand, harpist.

The wedding was directed by Bobbie Gaumont.

Register and program attendants were Amanda Humphrey and Elizabeth Humphrey, respectively.

The couple extends a special thank-you to the bride’s Aunt Lori for all her help with the decorations.

Reception/parties

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception at the Riverfront Convention Center. DJs Jonas Howard and Josh Deaver entertained guests.

On Sept. 8, an engagement party was given by the bride and groom’s parents and their wedding party.

On Dec. 2, a Christmas shower was given by the bride’s mother and her Aunt Lori.

On March 24, a bridal shower was given by the bride’s family.

On April 19, a couple’s shower was given by the groom’s family and friends.

On April 25, a wedding shower was given by the bride’s family.

On May 2, a shower was given by the bride’s co-workers.

The weekend of May 3, a bachelorette party and lingerie shower — given by Julie Gray, Lauren Fordham, Kimberly Taylor, Jaimie Barr, Amanda Shambeau, Angel Wiggins and Kayla McDaniel — was held in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

The weekend of May 17, a bachelor party was given by Darren Becton, Josh Richardson, Ryan Ipock, Trent Kilpatrick, Taylor Howard, Jonas Howard, Sthil Sowers and Jason Fox in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

On June 8, a bridal luncheon was given by the bride’s Aunt Lori at Olivia’s at Frenchman’s Creek.

On June 10, a shower was given by the groom’s co-workers.

On June 14, a rehearsal dinner was given by the groom’s parents at the Double Tree of New Bern.